1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Swift is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Swift (70 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1994 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Suzuki Swift (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Appia | Swift |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
